Johannesburg Full-Day Soweto, Apartheid Museum and Lunch Tour
by MoAfrika Tours
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This full-day bus tour in Johannesburg lasts about nine hours and includes visits to Soweto and the Apartheid Museum. The tour begins with a 15-minute introduction at FNB Stadium on Soweto’s outskirts, where the guide explains the stadium’s historical importance. The route then passes by Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, a large taxi rank, and the suburb of Diepkloof before arriving at Motsoaledi informal settlement. Guests spend 30 minutes walking through local streets, markets, and a community center supported by MoAfrika, meeting residents and learning about daily life. Next, the tour continues through Orlando West with a 15-minute stop outside Regina Mundi Catholic Church and Freedom Square for context on these sites. A 30-minute visit follows at the Hector Pieterson Museum, located near the spot where Hector Pieterson was killed in 1976. Afterward, there is a 45-minute walk along Vilakazi Street past monuments and the former homes of Nelson Mandela, Winnie Mandela, and Archbishop Desmond Tutu. Time permitting, guests may choose to visit the Nelson Mandela Museum at Mandela House for 20 minutes, which requires an additional fee. The morning segment ends with a one-hour stop at Orlando Towers for a traditional 'shisa nyama' meal and time to browse the craft market. Bungee jumping from the towers is available at an extra cost and if time allows. The final stop is a two-hour visit to the Apartheid Museum, where the history of South Africa’s apartheid era and its effects on the people are presented. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a driver-guide, lunch, and unlimited onboard WiFi. Drinks and gratuities are not included. A portion of each booking supports a local care center. Vegetarian lunch options are available if requested when booking.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
FNB Stadium
After hotel pickups, the group meets at FNB Soccer Stadium on Soweto’s outskirts. The guide gives a 15-minute overview of the stadium’s role in Soweto’s history.
15 min
Drive-by Soweto landmarks
The tour drives through central Soweto, passing Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, a large taxi rank, and the historic suburb of Diepkloof.
15 min
Motsoaledi informal settlement
Guests spend 30 minutes walking with the guide through Motsoaledi’s streets, past street cafes and craft markets, and visit a community center supported by MoAfrika to meet residents and learn about their lifestyle.
30 min
Regina Mundi Catholic Church
A 15-minute stop outside Regina Mundi Church and Freedom Square in Orlando West provides background on these important Soweto landmarks.
15 min
Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
The group visits the Hector Pieterson Museum for 30 minutes. The museum is located two blocks from where Hector Pieterson was shot and killed on June 16, 1976.
30 min
Vilakazi Street
A 45-minute walk along Vilakazi Street includes passing monuments and the former homes of Nelson Mandela, Winnie Mandela, and Archbishop Desmond Tutu.
45 min
Mandela House
If time permits, guests may optionally visit the Nelson Mandela Museum at Mandela House for 20 minutes; this visit requires an additional fee.
20 min
Orlando Towers
The tour stops for one hour at Orlando Towers where guests enjoy a traditional 'shisa nyama' meal and can visit the craft market. Bungee jumping from the towers is available at an extra cost and if time allows.
60 min
Apartheid Museum
The last stop is a two-hour visit to the Apartheid Museum, which presents the history of South Africa’s apartheid era and its impact on the people.
120 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Johannesburg Full-Day Soweto, Apartheid Museum and Lunch Tour
by MoAfrika Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.R5,390Overview
This full-day bus tour in Johannesburg lasts about nine hours and includes visits to Soweto and the Apartheid Museum. The tour begins with a 15-minute introduction at FNB Stadium on Soweto’s outskirts, where the guide explains the stadium’s historical importance. The route then passes by Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, a large taxi rank, and the suburb of Diepkloof before arriving at Motsoaledi informal settlement. Guests spend 30 minutes walking through local streets, markets, and a community center supported by MoAfrika, meeting residents and learning about daily life. Next, the tour continues through Orlando West with a 15-minute stop outside Regina Mundi Catholic Church and Freedom Square for context on these sites. A 30-minute visit follows at the Hector Pieterson Museum, located near the spot where Hector Pieterson was killed in 1976. Afterward, there is a 45-minute walk along Vilakazi Street past monuments and the former homes of Nelson Mandela, Winnie Mandela, and Archbishop Desmond Tutu. Time permitting, guests may choose to visit the Nelson Mandela Museum at Mandela House for 20 minutes, which requires an additional fee. The morning segment ends with a one-hour stop at Orlando Towers for a traditional 'shisa nyama' meal and time to browse the craft market. Bungee jumping from the towers is available at an extra cost and if time allows. The final stop is a two-hour visit to the Apartheid Museum, where the history of South Africa’s apartheid era and its effects on the people are presented. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a driver-guide, lunch, and unlimited onboard WiFi. Drinks and gratuities are not included. A portion of each booking supports a local care center. Vegetarian lunch options are available if requested when booking.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
FNB Stadium
After hotel pickups, the group meets at FNB Soccer Stadium on Soweto’s outskirts. The guide gives a 15-minute overview of the stadium’s role in Soweto’s history.
15 min
Drive-by Soweto landmarks
The tour drives through central Soweto, passing Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, a large taxi rank, and the historic suburb of Diepkloof.
15 min
Motsoaledi informal settlement
Guests spend 30 minutes walking with the guide through Motsoaledi’s streets, past street cafes and craft markets, and visit a community center supported by MoAfrika to meet residents and learn about their lifestyle.
30 min
Regina Mundi Catholic Church
A 15-minute stop outside Regina Mundi Church and Freedom Square in Orlando West provides background on these important Soweto landmarks.
15 min
Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
The group visits the Hector Pieterson Museum for 30 minutes. The museum is located two blocks from where Hector Pieterson was shot and killed on June 16, 1976.
30 min
Vilakazi Street
A 45-minute walk along Vilakazi Street includes passing monuments and the former homes of Nelson Mandela, Winnie Mandela, and Archbishop Desmond Tutu.
45 min
Mandela House
If time permits, guests may optionally visit the Nelson Mandela Museum at Mandela House for 20 minutes; this visit requires an additional fee.
20 min
Orlando Towers
The tour stops for one hour at Orlando Towers where guests enjoy a traditional 'shisa nyama' meal and can visit the craft market. Bungee jumping from the towers is available at an extra cost and if time allows.
60 min
Apartheid Museum
The last stop is a two-hour visit to the Apartheid Museum, which presents the history of South Africa’s apartheid era and its impact on the people.
120 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.